TO PROHIBIT PRIOR AUTHORIZATIONS FOR HEALTHCARE SERVICES PROVIDED FOR TREATMENT OF A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS.

HB 1275 prohibits health insurance companies from requiring prior approval for mental health crisis care. It directly affects patients experiencing mental health emergencies and healthcare providers treating them in crisis settings. The law removes the need for insurance pre-approvals when services are provided at crisis stabilization units or in emergency department settings. This means patients can access immediate care without delays caused by insurance authorization processes. The bill became law as Act 389 on March 25, 2025.